The Indian women’s team and the player continue to create history on different levels. This time, Harmanpreet Kaur has etched her name deeper into women’s cricket history after leading her side to a dominant victory in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final.
India defeated defending champions Sri Lanka by 72 runs in Dubai on 13 September, securing a record-extending eighth title overall. The win also marked Harmanpreet’s fourth Asia Cup triumph as skipper, moving her past the previous benchmark set by Mithali Raj.
Harmanpreet Kaur creates Historic record as India seal eighth Asia Cup title; surpasses Mithali Raj
Mithali Raj, widely regarded as one of India’s greatest women’s cricket captains, had led the side to three Asia Cup titles during her tenure. That record stood until Harmanpreet’s latest success. The 2026 triumph now places the current Indian captain alone at the top of the list for most titles won as captain in the tournament’s history.
Additionally, openers Shafali Verma (68) and Smriti Mandhana (59) set the tone with a 129-run partnership, powering India to 183 for 5. The bowlers then restricted Sri Lanka to 111, completing a comprehensive all-round performance that underlined India’s continued dominance under Harmanpreet’s leadership.
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